About Marriage

The Word of God is clear in both Genesis 1:26-27 and Matthew 19:4-6 that marriage was established by God and is a covenant relationship between a man and a woman. Relying on these and other scriptures, we believe that the following is a practical working definition of marriage: “Marriage is the original and foundational institution of human society, established by God as a one-flesh, covenantal union between a man and a woman that is life-long (until separated by death), exclusive (monogamous and faithful), and generative in nature (designed for bearing and rearing children), and it is to reflect the relationship between Christ and the Church.”

Pre-engagement mentoring helps couples discover the strengths and weaknesses of their relationship, understand the opportunities and challenges that may lie ahead if they were to marry and ultimately discern God's will.